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Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

Comforting Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew Perfect for Chilly Nights

This Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Stew is a wholesome meal perfect for chilly evenings, offering deep flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: High Protein Dinner
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs or skinless chicken breasts as substitute
  • 4 cups chicken broth homemade for heartier taste
  • 2 cups carrots or parsnips as substitute
  • 2 cups potatoes or sweet potatoes for a healthier option
  • 1 cup celery or natural vegetable broth for low-sodium
  • 1 piece onion or shallots for an aromatic alternative
  • 3 cloves garlic or roasted garlic for added sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme for vibrant flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or Italian seasoning as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil as alternative

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  2. Toss in diced carrots and celery, stirring frequently for another 4-5 minutes until softened and aromatic.
  3. Add bone-in chicken thighs, diced potatoes, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to coat chicken with mixture.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, ensuring ingredients are submerged. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Cover the pot or slow cooker with a lid and set to low. Cook for about 7 hours, checking chicken around the 6-hour mark.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm, ideally with crusty bread or biscuits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for later. Reheat gently to maintain texture.

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